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A cheek swab test is among the proposals being considered to update regulations for transgender and sex development differences.

Dewan Rakyat has passed amendments to the Penal Code that criminalises all forms of bullying, including cyberbullying. This comes after several fatal bullying cases-- most recently at military academies—institutions often cloak harmful practices under the guise of traditions of discipline and character-building. Will this new law be enough to tackle bullying across such diverse contexts? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Associate Professor Dr Nadzriah Ahmad from UiTM’s Faculty of Law where she’s the Head of Child Law & Policy.

Dewan Rakyat has passed amendments to the Penal Code that criminalises all forms of bullying, including cyberbullying. This comes after several fatal bullying cases-- most recently at military academies—institutions often cloak harmful practices under the guise of traditions of discipline and character-building. Will this new law be enough to tackle bullying across such diverse contexts? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Mohamad Naqiuddin Dahamat Azam, Senior Lecturer at UPM’s Faculty of Human Ecology.

The Bill was approved through a bloc vote, with 59 MPs in favour, 40 against, one abstention, and 122 absent.

The proposed changes will significantly impact childrens rights and online safety.

Amendments to the two acts aim to boost rapid digital growth while ensuring a safer ecosystem free from cybercrime threats.

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says any amendments to the policy would only be considered if there were specific requirements.

The amendments aim to strengthen the act with new provisions to meet current requirements and expand the duties of the Auditor-General.

The latest amendments to the Medical Act appear to concentrate powers of recognising providers and programmes as well as qualifications in the MMC without statutory oversight as in the case of GMC.

The amendments aim to empower MMC to recognise qualifications and specialist training for registering medical practitioners and specialists.

KBS will not approve allocations if tobacco, e-cigarette or alcohol companies are involved, following amendments to the Safe Sport Code.

While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.

While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.

Gobind Singh Deo highlighted that key proposals for amending Act 709 include mandatory notification of personal data breaches.

Hamas demands it select a list of 100 Palestinians with long term sentences to be released from Israeli jails, said the senior Hamas leader.

A wedding content creator's success does not rely solely in tech but in capturing emotions and bringing a couples love story to life.

Easing restrictions could let some companies return to what was once a high-growth market under Trump's administration.

Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness and improve users' social experiences in a safe space.

Trump denies ties to Project 2025 but continues reshaping policies through executive power.

The study raises concerns about the future of chronic kidney patients, especially those who rely on long-term dialysis treatment.

The drastic development of AI technology is being taken advantage of by scammers to reap huge profits by using various latest tactics.

They have adopted a blunt force approach toward the wholesale firing of workers, often focusing on workers who are easier to fire.

Arab states trying to devise an alternative plan have yet to tackle critical issues like who will foot the bill for Gaza's reconstruction.

Universities across China have launched artificial intelligence courses this month based on Chinese AI startup DeepSeek.

Astronomers find three layers on a scorching gas planet orbiting a star larger and hotter than the sun.